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1. Explain the concerns some observers have about interest groups in the U.S. political system. Address...

1. Explain the concerns some observers have about interest groups in the U.S. political system. Address the membership of those groups, the resources they use, and the effects they have. Use examples wherever possible.

In: Economics

1. Explain the concerns some observers have about interest groups in the U.S. political system. Address...

1. Explain the concerns some observers have about interest groups in the U.S. political system. Address the membership of those groups, the resources they use, and the effects they have. Use examples wherever possible.

In: Economics

An instructor who taught two sections of MTH132, with 20 and 30 students respectively. The instructor...

An instructor who taught two sections of MTH132, with 20 and 30 students respectively. The instructor randomly select 15 students for a field trip. 1. What is the chance that exactly 10 of them are from the 2nd section?

2. What is the chance that at least 10 of them are from the 2nd section?

3. What is the chance that at least 10 of them are from the same section?

In: Statistics and Probability

A pizza chain plans to locate a new pizza franchise on the CCSU campus if the...

A pizza chain plans to locate a new pizza franchise on the CCSU campus if the results of a survey show that more than 10% of CCSU students would eat there at least once a week. Suppose the company is about to carry out a hypothesis test.

State the hypotheses.

Clearly state, in terms of this particular problem, what a Type I error would mean.

Describe possible consequences of a Type I error in this situation.

Clearly state, in terms of this particular problem, what a Type II error would mean.

Describe possible consequences of a Type II error in this situation.

In: Statistics and Probability

You are given the following information about Stocks A and B: Rate of Return if State...

You are given the following information about Stocks A and B:

Rate of Return if State Occurs

State of Economy

Probability of
State of Economy

Stock A

Stock B

Boom

0.30

22%

17%

Normal

0.50

16%

7%

Recession

0.20

-3%

2%

Stock A has a beta of 1.5 and Stock B has a beta of 1.2.

  1. What is the beta of a portfolio consisting of 60% of Stock A and 40% of Stock B?
  1. What is the expected return of a portfolio consisting of 60% of Stock A and 40% of Stock B?

  1. Which stock has a greater return variance?

In: Finance

After completing the reading this week, we reflect on a few key concepts this week: Organizational...

After completing the reading this week, we reflect on a few key concepts this week:

  1. Organizational performance is the fifth aspect of the model, reflect on the question, do certain leadership behaviors improve and sustain performance at the individual, group, and organizational level? Please explain your response.
  2. There were two types of innovation addressed this week (product and process innovation), please note your own personal definition of these concepts and offer an example of both.

Please be sure to answer all of the questions above in the initial post.

Please ensure the initial post and two response posts are substantive. Substantive posts will do at least TWO of the following:

  • Ask an interesting, thoughtful question pertaining to the topic
  • Expand on the topic, by adding additional thoughtful information
  • Answer a question posted by another student in detail
  • Share an applicable personal experience
  • Provide an outside source
  • Make an argument

At least one scholarly (peer-reviewed) resource should be used in the initial discussion thread. Please ensure to use information from your readings and other sources from the UC Library. Use APA references and in-text citations.

Please be sure to engage by Wednesday at 11:59pm ET and then engage on two more days throughout the week (for a total of three days of engagement, before Sunday at 11:59pm, ET.  

In: Operations Management

Discuss the major differences of European welfare states and the American welfare state? What is the...

Discuss the major differences of European welfare states and the American welfare state? What is the most striking difference? What kinds of conversations might you have with family or friends about this? How will you feel safe?

In: Economics

In 2018, the Boston Red Sox won the World Series. The win increase fans demand for...

In 2018, the Boston Red Sox won the World Series. The win increase fans demand for and willingness to pay a higher price for the team’s apparel. However, the merchandising manufacture could not initially meet the increase demand. Explain how after a price increase, time influences the elasticity of supply.

In: Economics

. Do you think the business models of daily newspapers are viable in the long run?...

. Do you think the business models of daily newspapers are viable in the long run? What are the most significant threats to this currently successful business model? Considering the environmental trends, If you were the owner of a daily newspaper in a major Indian, what would your strategy for future be? Elaborate in detail            

In: Economics

In a comprehensive fashion, present the various components of the state of Mississippi public retirement system....

In a comprehensive fashion, present the various components of the state of Mississippi public retirement system. Explain the extent of its coverage and its membership. Explain how it is financed, how it pays benefits to its members. Dscuss its solvency. Provide your recommendations for long-term sustainability.

In: Economics